AKG’s top-of-the-line headphones were inspired by music producer Quincy Jones. They offer audiophile-grade sound, automatic self-calibration, adjustable equalization and active noise cancellation tech. Out Summer 2015.

Outdoor Technology’s Chips headphones were originally made to fit inside snow helmets. This new set of headgear and headgear accessories – including a headphone frame and a beanie – make Chips more versatile.

Abyss’ extravagant audiophile headphones use planar magnetic transducers to produce sound like nothing else out there, with a huge, open soundstage and replication of every sonic detail. Add another $4K for the ideal headphone amp.

We’ve teamed up with Grain Audio and Gear Diary to give away a pair of fantastic OEHP.01 headphones, worth $199. These walnut wood headphones offer the perfect balance between design, comfort and sound quality. (Ends 12/1/14)

With three dynamic new metallic colors, Bang & Olufsen’s BeoPlay H6 headphones not only look great, they’re comfortable and offer clean, natural sound. And contrary to the images, you don’t need to be an edgy fashion model to wear them.

Mic maker Blue breaks into the headphone market with the Mo-Fi. They not only have 50mm drivers, memory foam cups and a highly adjustable headband, they also have a built-in analog amplifier. That’s crazy value.

Streamz headphones have a built-in music player and storage for audio files. It can stream from cloud services like Spotify, Rdio, Pandora and Google Drive. It also has a 3.5mm input. We’re not sure about its battery life though.

The Pump Bluetooth headphones are coated with Teflon and have Kevlar shielding, making them waterproof and dust-resistant. Their battery lasts up to 8 hours and it comes with several ear bud tips to ensure you get a good fit.

This tiny pair of devices are much more than just headphones. Dash streams music via Bluetooth, but it’s also a music player by itself with 4GB of storage. It’s also a fitness tracker and a Bluetooth headset.

Lightweight aluminum alloy headphones with clean, natural sound and long-wearing comfort. They offer a flat, tangle-free cable, inline remote control w/microphone, and a sturdy matching case. Full review on Technabob.

The TMA-1 X is the entry level variant of AiAiAi’s critically-acclaimed DJ headphones. It’s lighter and smaller and is also tuned to provide a more well-rounded sound compared to the subdued highs and mids of its big brothers.

Made in collaboration with Monster, these lightweight headphones have an eyecatching faceted design. Their looks are complimented by high-fidelity sound and functionality – including a smartphone control/mic and tangle-free cord.

A pair of headphones with a solar panel on the headband. The power that the panel gathers is stored in two batteries inside each ear cup, then harnessed via a USB port. It can also be plugged in to store power for later use.

The wood accents on Jamboo headphones are made with bamboo and the cords are woven with anti-tangle cotton thread styled around specific nature-inspired themes. Each pair also comes with a leash for carrying your new buds.

LSTN makes in-ear, on-ear and over-ear headphones with ear cups made from reclaimed cherry, ebony or beech wood, making each headphone truly unique. Part of its profits go to a charity for the deaf.

These “open ear” headphones sit directly in front of the ears and deliver sound through bone conduction, from the cheekbones to the inner ear. Wired and Bluetooth models available.

Aerial7’s Tank DIY Headphones is a blank canvas. Personalize them using spray paint, oils, acrylics, pens, markers etc. It has a 57mm driver and comes with 2 cables – a coiled one and one with a mic.

Designed for acoustic clarity and deep bass, Sol Republic’s Tracks Ultra offer good looks and good sounds. They’ve even got a three-button remote and mic so you can them with your smartphone.

Designed for athletes, iSport headphones are waterproof – they don’t mind if you sweat or if you take them in the shower after your workout. In-ear clips ensure they stay in while you move.

A more casual follow-up to the Harris Tweed model, these Plattan headphones have been covered with a everyday blue jean denim, and accented with brass bits and a fabric-covered cord.

Has interchangeable cables, speakers and headband. You can start at the budget model then scale up and get better speakers without ditching the other parts, or get headbands in other colors.

The AH-D400 Urban Raver headphones have 50mm drivers and a built-in bass amp that can be used for up to 12 hrs. per charge. The control wheel adjusts volume and playback on iOS devices.

If you can’t afford the TMA-1, the Capital is a good alternative. Made out of nylon and fiberglass, the headphones are made to take a beating while dispensing beats from their 40mm drivers.